Custom POC V.A.M.P. Modern Tiger Force

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WHEEL SWAP TUTORIAL ON POST# 3


I have a great passion for Python Patrol and Tiger Force as well. But I get tired of the Bright yellow that TF is accustomed too. When I saw POC Beachhead I immediately noticed the stripe pattern and found that I really like it. I feel that it would be what a Modern Tiger Force colors should be. So I am making a TF V.A.M.P. with those same Brown, Tan and Black colors and maybe some OD Green.

Here's a few pictures of the V.A.M.P. taken apart and the new wheels I bought for it.

Thanks to ltfalcon for the guide and idea of adding rubber tires. http://www.hisstank.com/forum/g-i-joe-customs-works-progress/91491-poc-vamp-modifications.html

I will be updating as I have time to work on it

Tiger Force V.A.M.P. with the stripes applied.
http://i1162.photobucket.com/albums/q538/taterbot01/100_2555.jpg
http://i1162.photobucket.com/albums/q538/taterbot01/100_2551.jpg
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Here is the John Deer tractor I scavenged the wheels from. Found it in the Hot Wheels aisle at Wal-Mart. $9.97. Had 2 or 3 different styles, each with different tire patterns.
http://i1162.photobucket.com/albums/q538/taterbot01/100_2535.jpg
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http://i1162.photobucket.com/albums/q538/taterbot01/100_2537.jpg

http://i1162.photobucket.com/albums/q538/taterbot01/100_2538.jpg

Applied Krylon Fusion Brown. Several Coats.

http://i1162.photobucket.com/albums/q538/taterbot01/100_2539.jpg
http://i1162.photobucket.com/albums/q538/taterbot01/100_2540.jpg

Testor Flat Black on the Top.
http://i1162.photobucket.com/albums/q538/taterbot01/100_2541.jpg

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Wheel Conversion Pictures

Started with a demel and cut the fins down. Used a pair of pliers and pulled the stub off gently.
http://i1162.photobucket.com/albums/q538/taterbot01/100_2543.jpg

Used the dremel to cut the axle in half. Be careful, causes sparks.
http://i1162.photobucket.com/albums/q538/taterbot01/100_2544.jpg

Used a 7/64 drill bit to drill a hole in the center of the red axle.
http://i1162.photobucket.com/albums/q538/taterbot01/100_2546.jpg

The 7/64 bit was alittle smaller than the metal axle and fits snug in the hole. It still moves. I will need to figure out what to cap it with so it doesent fall out later after it loosens up.
http://i1162.photobucket.com/albums/q538/taterbot01/100_2548.jpg

Alright, I had some green stuff laying around. I used this to fill in the spot where the axle was to be by itself. I have a feeling that under weight of the vehicle or over time it was going to slope the axles downward and make the wheels look funny. I applied the green stuff and inserted the axle to make a hole in the green stuff. Now I need to wait till it dries and then paint both of them.
http://i1162.photobucket.com/albums/q538/taterbot01/100_2550.jpg

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And even more pics

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[TofuJesse]

Man! that is looking sweet. I love the rubber tires. I am currently molding up the exiting tires in rubber for a commission job I am working on.

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Man! that is looking sweet. I love the rubber tires. I am currently molding up the exiting tires in rubber for a commission job I am working on.

Awesome. Lmk how they work out. It might be cheaper to buy them. Im planning on doing several of these guys in different pain schemes.

[HobbyHobbs]

I may not be a fan of PP or TF, but I know a damn fine lookin' project when I see it!

The wheels are really setting this thing off! Thanks for posting the WiP/tutorial for it.

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I may not be a fan of PP or TF, but I know a damn fine lookin' project when I see it!

The wheels are really setting this thing off! Thanks for posting the WiP/tutorial for it.

Thanks. I am actually tweaking the wheels alittle. The placement was alittle too high and the wheels barely rubbed. I have drilled new holes and once I have it all together I will post a very thorough tutorial.